Feel-good music and movies in Hutchinson this week

By Jennifer Randall

Friday

Jun 29, 2018 at 1:01 AM

Join the Vogts Sisters at Metropolitan Coffee this Saturday evening.

The Kansas duo will perform Americana and Folk music in their own style. These sisters sing their original songs that blend timeless music with sweet harmonies and instrumentation on mandolin, fiddle, and guitar.

A few of their musical influences over the years include Alison Krauss, Emmylou Harris, and Gillian Welch. The sheer awe of these historic performers as their heroines is a great sign!

The Vogts' new release "Broken Ties" gravitates toward different shades and angles of loss while exploring the range and dynamics of their music. The Vogts Sisters deliver their fourth collection of original music with confidence and power.

When asked about some of their music seeming melancholy, Abigail of the Vogts Sisters responded, “I suppose it's because there's so much emotion that's related to for every person. Everyone can place themselves in a situation by pulling emotions they've experienced from their own lives.”

Maggie Voghts added, “People ask us why we sing so many sad songs. A lot of people dig the feel-good tunes – and that’s fine. But joy and grief go hand-in-hand, just as life and death do. I guess grief and despair resonate more readily in us.”

These lilting wistful songs remind us of both in life. We are surrounded by beauty and light, but also weigh heavy with empathy and emotions of loss.

I highly recommend the Vogts Sisters performance and hope you too appreciate their talent and are moved by their lyrics and music.

The Vogts Sisters

8-10 p.m. Saturday, June 30Metropolitan Coffee1329 E 17th Ave

Wes Anderson’s film, "Isle of Dogs" is playing at the Fox Theatre this weekend.

Random Trivia: If you say the words "I love dogs" slowly, you’ll notice it sounds the same as the title!

And if you love dogs, Anderson and clever stop-motion animation, you’ll appreciate this film. The charming story is portrayed elaborately and has a majestic cultural feel because of the intricate and creative visual innovations.

I’ve seen "Isle of Dogs" twice to capture the scene details and all the small things I missed on the first watch.

Admission is only $4 per person and is available at the door 30 minutes before showtime!